* Sound on
as you experience the elegance of a bygone era
"Matriarch"
is registered with the
The finest cheeses, shrimp and
seafood hors d'oeuvres are
available on Matriarch Cruises.
Over 40 imported and domestic wines are available on
board, as well as a selection of 12 international beers.  The
finest cheeses, pepperoni and "munchies" are served on each
cruise.  Cruises accommodate up to 20 guests but
reservations are required.  “Matriarch” can also be
chartered to accommodate your
business meetings, private
parties, weddings, receptions, birthdays, anniversaries or
evening socials
on any day of the week.

Powered by twin Cummins
V-903-M 300 H.P. V8
diesel engines.

Of the 7 Elco 57'
motor yachts
originally built,
Matriarch is one of
only three extant.
Photo by Tom Perkins
Antique Honduran mahogany
furniture and appointments
recreate the atmosphere of 1940.

a unique & elegant lake cruising experience !

Reservations: (864) 638-0999
or Email:

Matriarchyacht@yahoo.com
"Crustaceans & Libations"
Matriarch is the only
antique motor yacht
on Lake Keowee
and the
only vessel
offering wine and
cheese cruising !
- aboard  -
Wine and cheese cruises with
1940's style and ambiance !
"I'm easy to please.
I'm always satisfied with the best."
Oscar Wilde
Lake  Keowee
lake  keowee
Oconee County, South Carolina
"Matriarch"
Classic Yacht
Association
Classic Yacht
Association
"Matriarch"
"Matriarch"
"Matriarch"
"Matriarch"
Wine and cheese cruises with
1940's style and ambiance !
...in Style !
...in Style !
Cruise
Cruise
Our hostess is a registered notary and
will be happy to perform your
marriage ceremony aboard the yacht.
Captain and Hostess:
Jan & Peggy Hadley
1968-70
1940 Elco 57 motor yacht
1940 Elco 57 motor yacht
Weddings !
Back to
Back to
1940 !
1940 !
Weddings !
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Come join us !
Come join us !
ELCO MATRIARCH WINE CHEESE LAKE
KEOWEE RESTORATION ANTIQUE BOAT
MOTOR YACHT SOUTH CAROLINA UPSTATE
WEDDING WEDDINGS PARTIES SPECIAL
OCCASIONS ANNIVERSARY ANNIVERSARIES
BIRTHDAYS RETIREMENT
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